Jessie Vanwinkle
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Jessie Vanwinkle has been practicing law since 1998.
During her career, Ms. Vanwinkle has served as lead counsel on more than 350 criminal appeal and post-conviction cases. She also has a background in civil practice, focusing on federal employment litigation and family law matters.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Vanwinkle has taught Legal Studies courses at the post-secondary level since 2003.
Ms. Vanwinkle received her B.A. in English, magna cum laude, from the University of South Florida in 1993. She received a Juris Doctor in 1998, where she was named to the Dean's List and the National Dean's List and was a recipient of the William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award.
Latest Articles
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Concurrent Ownership in U.S. Real Estate Law
Four main types of concurrent ownership are recognized in American real estate law.
Sep 30, 2011
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How to Use the IRAC Method for Legal Writing
The IRAC method is a tried and true way for legal writers to structure any brief or memorandum in a logical fashion.
Sep 30, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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Know Your Rights Under the U.S. Family and Medical Leave Act
Congress created the Family and Medical Leave Act so workers would not have to choose between keeping a job and taking care of important family situations.
Aug 16, 2011
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Florida Divorce Law: Factors for Determining Alimony
After a Florida divorce court has determined a need for alimony, the court uses certain statutory factors to decide on a type and amount.
Aug 16, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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Florida Divorce Law: Adultery and Its Impact on Alimony
If one spouse cheats on the other during the marriage, will this have an impact on an alimony award? Florida law says it might.
Aug 3, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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The Purpose and Availability of Punitive Damages in U.S. Tort Law
In American tort law, punitive damages serve a specific societal function and are available in a limited class of cases.
Jul 25, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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Estate Planning and the Advantages of Having a Will
There are several distinct advantages to leaving behind a will when you die. The appropriate distribution of your property is only one of them.
May 19, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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Florida's Survival Statute
Survival in legal terminology refers to the continuation of a lawsuit after the death of either the plaintiff or the defendant.
Apr 19, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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Suing Someone for Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Intentionally causing severe emotional distress to another person is unlawful and may form the basis for a tort lawsuit.
Apr 19, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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The Torts of Malicious Prosecution and Abuse of Process
Intentionally abusing the legal system to injure someone is unlawful. Malicious prosecution and abuse of process are actionable torts.
Feb 28, 2011
- Jessie Vanwinkle
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